The Research Master in Communication Science is a two-year MSc programme developed for motivated students who are looking for an excellent education in communication science research. The programme combines a thorough training in conducting empirical research and analyses with theoretical courses, and concentrates on the production, uses and impact of information and mediated communication in informing, persuading and entertaining audiences.

The current multimedia era, in which digital technologies not only provide new means of communication (the Internet, mobile phones) but also transform older ones (print, broadcasting), is shaping today's information and communication processes to an increasing degree. This presents interesting challenges for theory and research. Topics covered include empirical research in:

• corporate communication
• persuasive communication
• political communication & journalism
• youth & media entertainment

The approach is multidisciplinary: core theories in communication science are combined with theories and methods from political science, sociology, psychology and economics.

Besides coursework, students develop their research skills in a ‘hands on' way by participating in one of their professors' research projects. These projects are conducted within the Amsterdam School of Communications Research (ASCoR), the renowned research institute in the field of communication science housed within the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences of the University of Amsterdam.

ASCoR is the largest research institute of its kind in Europe and among the largest worldwide. More than 50 senior researchers are associated with ASCoR and some 30 students participate in its English-language PhD programme.

Degree certificate

The Research Master's Communication Science is a track of the accredited degree programme Communication Science. After successful completion of this programme, you will receive a legally accredited Master’s degree in Communication Science and the title Master of Science (MSc).